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Shueisha Games and poncle announce Jujutsu Kaisen Rumble: Survivaton for PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, and PC
Shueisha Games and poncle have announced Jujutsu Kaisen Rumble: Survivaton, a multiplayer survival game set in the Jujutsu Kaisen universe. The game will feature over 20 characters and support up to eight players online, with a single-player mode also included. It is set to launch in 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, and PC.
How About One More Game for Your September Schedule? Valheim Gets Full PS5 Release
The popular survival game Valheim will receive its full 1.0 release on PlayStation 5 on September 9, 2026, after five years in early access. The launch will include the new Deep North biome and the fully updated base version of the game. Creative director Robin Eyre expressed excitement for the conclusion of the Valheim journey with this update.
Valheim 1.0 launches September 9th for PC and consoles
Iron Gate announced that Valheim 1.0 will launch on September 9th for PC, Mac, Linux, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch, featuring crossplay for up to 10 players. The Viking-inspired survival game, which originally launched in Early Access in February 2021, has sold over ten million copies and is praised for its engaging survival systems and boss battles.
State of Decay 3 Gameplay Revealed, Coming to PS5 and Game Pass in 2027 — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
State of Decay 3 gameplay has been revealed, showcasing a larger scale and integral multiplayer features with shared worlds for up to 4 players. The game is set to launch in 2027 for Xbox Series X|S, PC, and PlayStation 5, and will be available on Game Pass. Closed playtests for the title are currently ongoing.
After over 5 years in early access, Valheim 1.0 launches in September with its final biome update, Deep North
The viking survival game Valheim will officially launch its 1.0 version on September 9, exiting early access after over five years. The final biome update, Deep North, will be included with the 1.0 release. Valheim will also expand its platform availability to PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch alongside its existing PC, Mac, and Xbox One/Series X|S versions.
Valheim's gorgeous Deep North brings it to 1.0, but it's still a "canvas to continue painting on"
Valheim 1.0 is set to launch on September 9th, introducing the final region, the Deep North, and concluding the game's early access period with a price increase. Developers at Iron Gate provided a preview of the new biome, highlighting its beautiful winter wonderland aesthetic, new endgame gear, and challenging enemies like the Gammeltroll. The team views the 1.0 release as a foundation for future content, with plans for free updates and potential expansions.
The Alters Is Getting a 20-Hour Expansion on July 13th
11 Bit Studios announced Last Variable, a 20-hour DLC expansion for The Alters, releasing on July 13th for PC and consoles. The expansion introduces new mechanics like terraforming, scientific research, and underground base building, focusing on exploration and research over survival management. This DLC is intended for players who have completed or significantly engaged with the base game.
Create Your Own Cult in the Tongue-in-Cheek PS5 Survival Game Join Us
Wolf Haus Games announced that its cult-themed survival game, Join Us, will be released in March 2027 for PC and consoles, including the PlayStation 5. The game allows players to build a cult from scratch, recruit followers, manage resources, and engage in combat, all with a humorous tone. It supports solo play and up to four-player co-op.
The Alters: Last Variable expansion arrives in July to terraform the planet
11 bit studios announced that The Alters: Last Variable, a DLC expansion for their survival game The Alters, will be released on July 13th for PC and consoles. The expansion adds a new 20-hour story focused on terraforming the planet, introducing new underground base building mechanics and scientific roles for the player's 'alters'.
Devs behind long-awaited survival game with 1.2 million Steam wishlists warn players to make sure it's for them before playing as "expectations can grow very quickly"
Developer Cyberwave has issued a pre-release statement for their highly anticipated survival game, Solarpunk, urging players to manage their expectations. The team, consisting of only two people, highlighted that the game, which garnered 1.2 million Steam wishlists, focuses on peaceful survival crafting, base building, farming, and exploration, with a completion time of around 20 hours. It will not feature PvP, combat, a campaign, or a vast open world.
Messhof announces 2D platforming survival game Blood Dungeon for PS5, Xbox Series, and PC
Messhof has announced Blood Dungeon, a 2D platforming survival game set to release in late summer for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC. The game features parkour mechanics, monster kiting, and a progression system where players use earned bones to get stronger. It will include multiple unlockable characters, arenas, enemy types, quests, and weapons.
Palworld 1.0 is coming next month, over 2 years since its early access launch
Palworld is officially leaving early access and launching its 1.0 version on July 10, 2024. Developer Pocketpair announced the date during the Summer Game Fest, teasing new Pals, territories, and narrative elements. The creature-collecting survival game has been in early access for over two years.
Summer Game Fest Live 2026: All The Biggest Announcements And Games
Summer Game Fest Live 2026 showcased a multitude of new game announcements and trailers. Highlights included reveals for Resident Evil: Code Veronica Remake, Alien Isolation 2, Gen Atlas, Stranger Than Heaven, and the final chapter of the Final Fantasy VII Remake trilogy, Final Fantasy VII Revelation. Several studios also debuted new titles and updates for existing franchises, covering a wide range of genres.
Rust is having a Face Off moment with its new update, introducing new and improved character models
The Rust 'Built Different' update introduces a significant overhaul to player character models with new animations and improved realism, addressing a decade-old limitation. The update also adds a new top-tier Ballistic Armor set and the M16A2 assault rifle, though these items are not craftable.
Subnautica 2 Dev Reveals What to Expect From Upcoming Early Access 1.1 Update
Unknown Worlds has revealed details about the upcoming 1.1 update for the early access survival game Subnautica 2. The update will introduce a new vehicle and a new region focused on the Collector Leviathan.
What to expect from Subnautica 2 update 1.1
Unknown Worlds is preparing the 1.1 update for the early access survival game Subnautica 2, which will introduce new creatures, resources, a new biome called "The home of the Collector Leviathan," and the return of the Prawn Suit. This update will also include a progression and story-driven extension to the game's adventure, with Design Lead Anthony Gallegos describing it as the "scariest the game has been yet."
Subnautica 2's next region will be its "scariest" yet, but it hides the chassis we've all been waiting for
Unknown Worlds Design Lead Anthony Gallegos shared details about the upcoming first major early access update for Subnautica 2, Update 1.1. This update will introduce a new, "scariest" region featuring the Collector Leviathan and a highly requested chassis, likely the PRAWN Suit. The update also includes improvements to the Biomod system, performance, multiplayer features like emotes and proximity voice chat, and expanded player customization.
Subnautica 2's first major update "brings back one of the most requested player experiences" and will be…
Unknown Worlds design lead Anthony Gallegos teased that Subnautica 2's next major content drop for its early access version will reintroduce a highly requested player experience, likely the PRAWN Suit. The update will also feature a new region with creatures and resources, aiming to be the scariest the game has been yet, and will include quality-of-life improvements like proximity chat.
Subnautica 2 promises to add 'one of the most requested' features, but sorry, it's not a knife you can…
Unknown Worlds Entertainment is planning future updates for the early access survival game Subnautica 2, including the highly requested Prawn Suit from the original game. While a combat knife for players to kill hostile creatures is not planned, creature aggression has been balanced. The developer is also working on improving multiplayer proximity chat and adding emotes.
Unknown Worlds talk about what’s coming to Subautica 2 in Early Access
Unknown Worlds has detailed upcoming updates for Subnautica 2's Early Access period, focusing on expanding core systems, adding co-op features like proximity voice chat and character customization, and introducing new content such as a vehicle and explorable region. The developers are prioritizing player feedback, particularly regarding the game's approach to vulnerability and survival over traditional combat, aiming to improve creature encounters and player mitigation tools.
